Senior Events Lead: Planning, Sponsorships & Execution

Ability Executive Recruitment; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking an experienced Events Specialist to plan and execute high-impact events. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of event management experience, strong project management skills, and proven capabilities in handling sponsorships and community initiatives. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with various teams to deliver innovative and successful events. This is a full-time position based in Centurion, South Africa.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in planning and executing public and internal events.
• Experience with end-to-end event logistics and stakeholder coordination.
• Proven track record of managing sponsorships and community initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the full events calendar.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless execution.
• Oversee all aspects of event execution including logistics and compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Event Coordination

Stakeholder Management

Supplier Management

Sponsorship Experience

Education

Degree in Events Management, Marketing, Public Relations, or Hospitality

Project Management certification

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking an experienced Events Specialist to plan and execute high-impact events. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of event management experience, strong project management skills, and proven capabilities in handling sponsorships and community initiatives. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with various teams to deliver innovative and successful events. This is a full-time position based in Centurion, South Africa.